How to get from Arequipa to Cuzco
There are 3 ways to get from Arequipa to Cuzco: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~1 h). By bus it's about 6 h 35 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 314 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 1 h | 314 km | Airlines: LAN Airlines |
Bus | 6 h 35 minestimated | 408 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 4 h 50 minestimated | 408 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Arequipa y Cuzco dura aproximadamente 1 h (314 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 6 h 35 min. En auto son unos 408 km por ruta, cerca de 4 h 50 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Arequipa to Cuzco?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~1 h, by bus ~6 h 35 min and by car ~4 h 50 min.
Are there flights from Arequipa to Cuzco?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Arequipa–Cuzco route is operated by LAN Airlines (may vary). The flight takes about 1 h and covers about 314 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Arequipa to Cuzco?
Flying is much faster (~1 h vs ~6 h 35 min by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from Arequipa to Cuzco?
It's about 408 km by road, roughly 4 h 50 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Arequipa and Cuzco?
In a straight line it's about 314 km between Arequipa and Cuzco.
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